The MSt in English and American Studies is designed to serve both as an autonomous degree for students wishing to pursue more advanced studies in English literature, and as a solid foundation for doctoral research.
Master of MSt in English and American Studies at University of Oxford
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Master of MSt in English and American Studies at University of Oxford
University of Oxford offers the Master of MSt in English and American Studies as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its main campus in Oxford, United Kingdom. Taught in English and completed over 9 months, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for mst in english and american studies and related professional fields. Tuition fees are USD 58,795 / year(s), and the next available intake begins on October 6, 2026.
About Master of MSt in English and American Studies
Disciplines
Faculty of English Language and Literature
Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of MSt in English and American Studies at University of Oxford
Entry Requirements
If your graduate course at Oxford requires a master's degree in the UK system, you will usually need a master’s degree (Majister) with an overall grade corresponding to the following:
- 50% (‘C’) for a passing grade in the UK system
- 80% (‘B’) for a merit grade in the UK system
- 90% (‘A’) for a distinction grade in the UK system.
English Requirements
- IELTSMin 7.5
- TOEFLMin 110
English Program Requirements
English language proficiency
This course requires proficiency in English at the University's higher level. If your first language is not English, you may need to provide evidence that you meet this requirement. The minimum scores required to meet the University's higher level are detailed in the table below.
| Minimum overall score | Minimum score per component | |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic (Institution code: 0713) | 7.5 | 7.0 |
TOEFL iBT, including the 'Home Edition' (Institution code: 0490) | 110 | Listening: 22 Reading: 24 Speaking: 25 Writing: 24 |
| C1 Advanced* | 191 | 185 |
| C2 Proficiency†| 191 | 185 |
*Previously known as the Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English or Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)
†Previously known as the Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English or Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)
Your test must have been taken no more than two years before the start date of your course. Our Application Guide provides further information about the English language test requirement.
Fee Information
Tuition Fee
58,795 / year(s)
Master of MSt in English and American Studies at University of Oxford
University of Oxford
United Kingdom, Oxford